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Anita's False Brook Salamander

Pseudoeurycea anitae

Critically Endangered

About

The Anita's False Brook Salamander (Pseudoeurycea anitae) is a species in the genus Pseudoeurycea. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Nearctic and Neo.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical coniferous forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands, among 6 distinct biome types spanning the Nearctic and Neotropic realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found in Mexico. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇲🇽 Mexico

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Species

Pseudoeurycea anitae (Anita's False Brook Salamander)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tlaconete de Anita

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Anita's False Brook Salamander?

The scientific name of Anita's False Brook Salamander is Pseudoeurycea anitae. It belongs to the genus Pseudoeurycea.

What is the conservation status of Anita's False Brook Salamander?

Anita's False Brook Salamander (Pseudoeurycea anitae) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Anita's False Brook Salamander live?

Anita's False Brook Salamander is found in Found in Mexico. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Mexico.

What family does Anita's False Brook Salamander belong to?

Anita's False Brook Salamander (Pseudoeurycea anitae) belongs to the genus Pseudoeurycea, which is part of the taxonomic family Plethodontidae.

Is Anita's False Brook Salamander endangered?

Yes, Anita's False Brook Salamander (Pseudoeurycea anitae) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Anita's False Brook Salamander belong to?

Anita's False Brook Salamander (Pseudoeurycea anitae) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of Anita's False Brook Salamander?

The closest relatives of Anita's False Brook Salamander in the genus Pseudoeurycea include Adler’s Mountain Salamander, Aquatic Salamander, Bearded Salamander, Black-spotted False Brook Salamander, Brown False Brook Salamander.